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    Tesla Frunk Open/Close Issues

    Don't waste your time with Hansshow (or TeslaOffer) frunk kits. Both companies sell exactly same product so I assume that they get it from the same source. I had one kit on my 2021 Model 3 and it failed miserabely after about 15 months of use. The hood was completely stuck and I had to take half...
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    Recommendation for mod/repair shop in OC area

    Which model of car do you have? M3 or MY?
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    Getting inside is not a trivial task so be ready to spend at least an hour taking things apart and have a pair of good cable cutters handy. Here is a step by step instruction (sorry, no video): 1. Lift up the front of the car by using floor jack and special rubber pucks that one must use before...
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    I think both EVOffer and Hansshow sell exactly same system. One company is located in mainland China and the other is in Hong Kong.
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    I think this is version 4 that came out of my 2021 M3SR. With version 5 they have a different control box that seems to be slightly better sealed. But the motor is still very much exposed even with V5. I have two of these systems on my MY and MS and I am thinking of going back and trying to seal...
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    Here is a picture of what the inside of the motor looks like after about 18 months of usage in dry Souther California climate.
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    UPDATE: to all who plan to install the Hanshow (and EVOffer) electronic frunk kit, make sure to seal the motor and control box unit as much as you can. I'd also try to seal all of electric connectors. Use electric tape, zip lock bags, whatever else you may think of to prevent moisture getting...
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    What to do when Power Frunk Completely Fails to Open?

    I have exactly same issue on 21 Model 3. The frunk worked for about a year and quit on me. It's completely stuck. Pulling on the release cable doesn't seem to do anything. Would someone be able to help and point to the video that shows how to pop the frunk with the use of pliers? Once I get...
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    Vin/model

    https://uaw.org/standing-committees/union-label/how-to-read-your-vin/
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    Is this normal? Upper B-Pillar Trim gap

    This is completely 'normal' by Tesla standards. I just came back from my local SC and personally looked at a handful of Model Ys. They all exhibited the same gap. When I asked service advisor regarding this issue, he said that this is the way it's designed and there isn't much that can be done...
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    2022 Model S Plaid interior panel gap

    Quick update. I took my MS to the local SC to take care of some issues and pointed out the panel gap between the headliner and C-pillar. My service advisor guessed that it was a broken/missing clip but when I told him that I personally installed a replacement clip he suggested that the plastic...
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    A few questions before getting VIN

    The letter before the last 6 digits of the VIN number should give you the plant where the car was made. For instance F stand for Fremont. The first number of the VIN gives you the county of origin. Here is a good reference page: How to Read Your Vin | UAW
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    2022 Model S Plaid interior panel gap

    Haha!!!! Since when does a customer have to lower his expectations for quality of a brand new vehicle when he's just paid $140k for it? To the OP -- there is such a think as "Lemon Law" that give you certain protection. If the dealer is not able to fix the issue to your satisfaction after a...
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    2022 Model S LR: Touchscreen doesn't display red color properly

    It not the color of the car that displays on my touchscreen. It's the actual representation of the red color and how it's displayed to the driver. I'll try to take screen shots to illustrate the issue.
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    2022 Model S Plaid interior panel gap

    Here is the link to the retention clips that you need: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083RF31WJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details As far as removing the panel - it's super easy. The only tool you may need is a plastic wedge to help you with prying the panel. Start removing it from the back...
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    2022 Model S Plaid interior panel gap

    Sorry for a couple of typos. Meant to say "it now looks much better and the gap is practically gone".
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    2022 Model S Plaid interior panel gap

    There are a couple of retention clips on the back of this panel that are very easy to break. As a matter of fact, I found that one of these clips was broken on my MS straight from the factory. I had very similar looking gap. So, I ordered new and stronger retention clips from Amazon for $9...
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    2022 Model S LR: Touchscreen doesn't display red color properly

    I have a couple months old 2022 Model S LR (7/22 build). This is our third Tesla in our household -- we also have 2021 M3 and 2022 MY. I noticed that on my new Model S, the main screen doesn't display red colors correctly. It feels like red is extremely oversaturated and had pinkish hue to it. I...
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    Buying Model S LR from private seller and driving it across the country

    I am happy to report that everything worked out flawlessly with the car transfer. Once the previous owner removed it from his account through the mobile app and confirmed it with a security code that was sent to his Inbox, the car showed up in my account and the app almost instantaneously. The...
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    Buying Model S LR from private seller and driving it across the country

    Thank you everyone for additional comments. This will be my 3rd Tesla so I already have an active Tesla account and the mobile app on my phone. However, this would be the first pre-owned Tesla for me as the other two Tesla cars I own had been purchased directly from Tesla. I am not worried about...
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    Buying Model S LR from private seller and driving it across the country

    Thank you all for the comments and insights. So far, the seller has been very cooperating and I don't foresee issues with removing the car from his account and transferring it under my Tesla account before I leave his place. I'll keep you posted how everything goes. Wish me luck!
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    Buying Model S LR from private seller and driving it across the country

    I am in the process of purchasing a 2022 Model S from a private seller located in Florida. The plan is to meet in person on Saturday in Florida to do the inspection and finalize the transaction. I plan to get in the car and start driving it to California on the same day. From what I read, it...